Lelekea Bay

Lelekea Bay is a secluded pebble beach located on Maui's remote eastern shore, just southwest of Kipahulu. Known for its rugged beauty, sea cliffs, and views of Kalepa Point, this beach is not suitable for swimming due to strong currents. The rolling surf over the smooth pebbles creates a distinctive sound, adding to the bay's peaceful ambiance. Accessible via the winding Pi'ilani Highway, Lelekea Bay offers a quiet, scenic stop for adventurers exploring East Maui.

Lelekea Bay, Maui

Lelekea Bay is located in a remote area on Maui's east shore, just southwest of the sleepy little community of Kipahulu. It is a pebble beach and swimming is not recommended here due to strong currents. When you stand on the beach and the surf is up the pebbles make an interesting sound, almost like a musical instrument. Look toward the southwest and you'll see Kalepa Point.

The road that leads here is Pi'ilani Highway. Even though it's called a "highway," parts of this road are very narrow (one lane), unpaved and curvy, hugging the sea cliffs. If you're driving a rental car, check with your rental car company first if they allow you to drive on Pi'ilani Highway (the section of Pi'ilani Highway between mile marker 33 and 38 is gravel/unpaved).

Key Features of Lelekea Bay

• Remote location: Tucked away along Maui's east shore near Kipahulu, accessed via scenic Pi'ilani Highway.
• Pebble beach: The shoreline is made of smooth stones that produce a musical sound as waves roll over them.
• View of Kalepa Point: From the bay, look southwest to see this dramatic sea cliff formation.
• Not safe for swimming: Strong currents and no lifeguards make it dangerous for water activities.
• Undeveloped coastline: No facilities or commercial activity - just raw, natural scenery and solitude.